Chapter 60
Suddenly, the distant sound of horns echoed through the chasm, a clear, resonating call that grew louder with each passing moment. Northumbria's guards were approaching. Vael's smile widened, a cruel, predatory expression. "You better make your decision quickly, mercenary," he said, his voice laced with a chilling calm. "Time is running out." Col's mind raced, his thoughts a chaotic whirlwind of despair and desperation. He looked at Shae, her eyes, though filled with pain and exhaustion, still held a flicker of defiance. He searched her gaze, hoping for a sign, a plan, a way out of this impossible situation. But he saw nothing, only the shattered remnants of her strength, the broken pieces of her spirit. The sound of approaching hooves grew louder, the rhythmic pounding echoing through
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